Birmingham Post-Herald from Birmingham, Alabama • 1

THE BIRMINGHAM AGE-HERALD VOLTTMF YYYY BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA, TUESDAY, JANUARY 17, 255 I NEW ADMINISTRATldN BEGINS UNDER BRILLIANT AUSPICES I FITTING HONOR i TO GOV. O'NEAL I Amid Crash of Brass and Plaudits of 30,000 People He Takes Charge I GLORIOUS DAY IN THE HISTORY OF CAPITOL Old Residents Say Scenes Were Most Inspiring Witnessed Since Jefferson Davis Took Oath as President of Confederacy BY HUGH W. ROBERTS Montgomery, January thunderous crash of brass, the harmonj lous trills of a thousand trumpets, the i martial tread of soldiers on parade, the unanimous shout of 30,000 people, the clamorous salute of 00 Iron-jawed dogs of war, JSmmet O'Neal became governor of Alabama. Hla Inauguration was attended by the most Impressive greatest gathering of people, the longest and most brilliant parade, the spectacle of citisens from every section of the state overjoyed at the tottering of the old and the advent of the new. The welcoming of foreign capital, the checking of the Iron-heeled progress against all corporate interests, the abolition of oppreslsve and sumptuary latlon, completely overwhelmed the equilibrium of the citizenry.

Thirty thousand Alabamaians marched In parade, stood upon the corners shouting, surged through the streets Impetuously and careless of danger. The breasts of 30,000 Alabamians expanded with the Inward pressure of happiness demanding expression. The approach of the Little Corporal no more thrilled the warm heart of the frank than the dawn of the new administration thrilled the heart of Alabama today. Pi Montgomery's Great Day' kf Old residents declare that hut one other similar day has dawned In AlabamaJ- and that 30 years ago when Alabama leapad with a determined bound from thq Union, when the granddaughter of President Tyler raised the first Confederate flag over the capltol, when the eloquence of William L. Yancey and Alphcus Baker fired the breast of the southron, and when Jefferson Davis took the oath as the first president of a new-born nation.

With the exception of that time, the people qf Alabama were never more unanimous In the public expression of their approval than today. There semed to be an uncontrollable desire to shout aloud their satisfaction that the old administration, tottering under Its age. was being deprived of the sceptre of its power, and that the new and vigorous with a promise of remedy and hope of prosperity and happiness, was being installed. It was the shout of the army, which after a thousand bloody battles. had marched to glorious victory.

It was the shout of the army, which after routing all Its enemies, had surrendered to the spell of joy. It was the shout of the army, which after strenuous toil, had stacked for a the strenuous campaign for the establishment of a new policy, and of a government der which every Individual Is to be considered and every interest justly dealt with. A Marvellous Demonstration It was a great demonstration for Governor O'Neal. At the noon hour he Joined Governor Comer In an automobile in front of the Exchange, and immediately, a mob of people surged about him. Each man wanted to shake the hand of the new chief executive, and everyone insisted on a recognition.

clamorous hurrahs as the auto finally rolled away followed by the governor's staff and the escort committee of Montgomery citizens. En route to the place of parade formation the applause which followed the new governor was so determined and so unbounded that the new Richmond was compelled to rise repeatedly to his feet and doff his beaver. The parade, having formed, began winding its way through the principal streets of Montgomery, and through almost solid masses of people. Every sidewalk was lined, people crowded Into the streets against the arms of policemen and the power of ropes, the porch of each residence was filled to the overflowing, and from hotel windows and house tops determined celebrants waived flags and banners. Parade Two Miles After turning Dexter avenue, en route to the capltol.

the head of the parade tame Into sight of the most impressive spectacle of the day. The wide avenue was filled with people, and there re( malned no open space save a narrow passage reserved for the carriages. Peol pie were 50 deep in many places. Men, a w'omen and children, of all colors, of all descriptions, of all ranks in life, pressed against each other for a better view. Apd every Individual cried alour his satisfaction that a new state of affairs was coming Into being.

The applause all along the line, from the fountain to the capltol building, was almost deafening, Montgomery has seldom witnessed such another demonstration. Birmingham's reception of Bryan, Taft, of Roosevelt, could not be compared to the peoples' demonstration today In honor of Governor O'Neal. It Is estimated that on the streets of Montgomery during the time of parade there were fully 30,000 people. Participating in the parade were fully 5000 people. Of more than two miles in length was the marvelous line of soldiers, of autos, of carriages, of marching clubs, and of clhers on foot.

on I he Plat form the head of the parade reached the Icapital Governor Comer, Colone O'Neal; ifenry B. Gray, lieutenant governor: Walter Dudley Seed, the new lieutenant governor, and other prominent men in the government and affairs gf ztate, walked upon an Improvised platform to the front of the building. NOTABLE SPEECHES AS NEW GOVERNOR TAKES OATH AT MONTGOMERY O'Neal for Conservatism and Time Honored Principle of Local Option I OUTGOING GOVERNOR HAS SOME VIGOROUS REMARKS City Was Parade One. of the Moat Notable of the Entire ere In Line -VBV BERRYMAN G. BETTY Montgomery, January Col.

Emmet O'Neal, formerly a citizen of Florence, at noon today took the oath of office which made him governor of this state. At the same moment Braxton Bragg Comer, for four years governor of Alabama, became one of the state's distinguished citizens, giving way on the boards for a new administration, with totally different views. The oath of ovTice was administered at the capitol 111 the presence of the legislature of the state and was read by Judge E. B. Almon, speaker of the house of representtaives.

Immediately following upon this the new executive, hand In hand with the retiring governor, repaired to a stand In front of the state house, where the Inaugural addresses of the day were delivered, and whe thousands of pt cheered themselves hoarse as the new official outlined the policies 'ter which he will stand during the next four years. In this flrsKwpeech the chief executive tatjd that he was for conservatism, and for an era of peace and prosperity for the state. He stressed his well known views that local option -since time immemorial has been the democratic policy, from tyhlch, he declared, he is nob wl'llng to veer. The governor's maiden speech as the slate's chief executive was delivered Immediately after he had been Introduced to the swaying mass of people by Alf1 ON PAGE IS.) INJUSTICE DONE SURETY COMPANY Montgomery, January Reference made In these dispatches yesterday to the Illinois Surety company in connection with the bond of Judge Purifoy. slate treasurer-elect, was incorrect.

The Illinois Surety company has no intention of withdrawing from the state and officers of the company state that it has not even had in its office an application for a bond for Judge Purifoy. The company does a large business in Alabama and keeps 150,000 on deposit with the state at all times. It. Is represented in Alabama by Cleprge C. Oliver, general agent, whose offices: are in Birmingham.

Stables Set on Flee Juarez, January unknown person set fire to the stables at Terrazas park race track this morning. The horse Irrigator was badly burned and probably will die. Smiley Metzner was freed by breaking aloose and running Into a fence. Killed By an Explosion Cairo, January boiler explosion on the boat T. N.

Davis tills afternoon blew First Engineer Willinni Byerly into the river. His body has not been recovered. The accident occurred at a point six miles north of here on the Ohio river. The boat Was badly damaged by Are. which followed the explosion.

Most of thfi'ctjew on a barge in tow and escaped fnRlrFl THE WEATHER Washington, January 'or Alabama; Fair Tuesday; Wednesday unsettled, moderate, variable winds. For Mississippi: Unsettled, probably rain In norih portion Tuesday and Wednesday; light to moderate variable winds. Tennessee: Unsettled weather, probably rain Tuesday and Wednesday. Local office. United States weather Birmingham.

Report, for the 24 hours ended 4 p. January 16, 1911: Maximum temperature 64 Minimum temperature 34 Meiin -temperature (9 Normal temperature 45 Precipitation .39 Total, precipitation since January 1... Deficiency 4.61 Exce'ss 909 W. F. LEHMAN.

Observer. Mistaken for Spy London. January Champlain of Kansas City, proprietor of the Agricultural Journal, was mistaken for a spy at Guernsey today and arrested. He was soon afterwards released. Dr.

Champlain had visited Fort George carrying a camera. His presence was noted by soldiers who promptly took him into custody and handed him over to the civil policy. The American had no trouble in convincing the latter of his identity and the innocence of his mission. Money for Ynnderlillt Nashville, January university has an additional $300,000 to its credit in a local hank today In the way of two checks for $150,000 each from W. K.

Vanderbilt and from the general education hoard of New York. The checks were forwarded to Chancellor Kirkland in accordance with arrangements that were made some years ago. Murder Cane Not Called Marshfield, January the rase of Walter A. Dlpley and Goldie Smith, charged with murdering Stanley Ketchel, the pugilist, last October 15, was docketed for a hearing In the criminal court here today it was not reported. It is now thought the trial will not start before Wednesday.

Ketchel was popular here and feeling against the defendant is intense. CALCULATIONS ARE ALL UPSET IN TENNESSEE One Candidate Withdraws on Account of tittle Daughter's Death DARK HORSE MAY ENTER SENATORIAL CONTEST Several Prominent Names Are Mentioned am Possible Entries Against the Candidates Who Have Been Deadlocked Nashville, January a shift took place today in the fight for the United States senatorship in the withdrawal of G. T. Fitzhugh, the well-known Memphis lawyer, who was the favorite candidate of the element of the "fusion" faction. The direct cause of the self-elimiuation of Mr.

Fitzhugh was the death of his little daughter, which occurred in Memphis Sunday. Prior to the announcement of his retirement, however, the usual daily noonday ballot for senator was had and through respect for Mr. Fitzhugh only a formal agreed vote to comply with the legal technicalities was had, each of the four candidates receiving one vote each, one legislator supl ortlng eac being permitted to register ills vote. Mr. Fitzhugh's announcement came shortly after the noon hour, it being simply stated that he would not return to the city to continue his candidacy.

Surprise In Great The sudden announcement of Fitzhugh's withdrawal from the race created much suppressed excitement in political circles and about the hotel lobbies. Feverish activity prevailed instantly among the ranks of the fusionists. The regulars got busy as well. Various opinions and speculations were indulged in as a result. The Frazier people see in it a chance to make a supreme effort to land their man.

Many of the independents, however, would not be surprised to see a new candidate in the field by tomorrow, and It is tipped that on this point that the friends of Luke Lea will push him into the race cn the belief that he would be the strongest fusionist tliut could be nominated. The regulars, at least some of them, claim it presents no change in their line-up or In the situation, as far as they are concerned. The McMillin men are more active than ever in behalf of McMillin, and feel that they can elect him perhaps tomorrow. General Wright, as yet has no statement to make, and it Is not known whether or not he will get into the race. When apprised that Captain Fitzhugh had withdrawn General Wright appeared interested, but still maintained a smiling silence when asked for an interview.

Some of the knowing ones predict another regular In the race and another fusionist, and again others predict a fourcornered fight. Enloe May Enter The latest rumor, occasioned by Captain Fitzhugh's withdrawal, is that Col. B. A. Enloe may get in the race from the fusionist side.

A story is being circulated- to the effect that a deal is pending, which, if consummated as planned by Its promoters, will mean the seating of an independent democrat in the United States Senate and the repeal of the state-wide prohibition law and the manufacturers' act. The regular democrats said to be active in negotiations to this end seem to believe that by giving up the United States senatorship they finally will be able to accomplish an ambition which only a day or so ago looked before them as hopeless. On the other hand, the independents Interested In the deal who are not in this faction for the cause of maintaining state-wide prohibition, seem (o see that it would be much more profitable to them to gain a ICUNTIM.